- Exceptionally Fast
- Ultra Lightweight
- Kevlar/Carbon Construction
- Kengineering Flip-up Rudder
- Adjustable OZO Footrests
Ruahine kayaks are designed and manufactured in New Zealand. With more than 20 years of experience in building racing kayaks, Ruahine leads the way in fast adventure racing kayaks.
Designed for the Multisporter progressing to a faster kayak from an Intrigue etc, who finds a K1 too unstable. The Ruahine Swallow is a very popular intermediate level kayak for such events as Coast to Coast, Tongariro Classic, Crater to Lake, Weka Wild Thing, Wellington Crazy Man, and The Motu Challenge to name a few.
This new kayak, designed with help from Richard Karn (ex team NZ) is slightly faster, is more stable and turns easier than it's predecessor.
This kayak comes complete with easily adjustable OZO footrests. Fitted with the innovative Kengineering dynamic flip-up rudder that gives up to 80% less drag than flat bladed rudders and vastly improves turning efficiency.
The Swallow is an extremely fast kayak designed for racing. By american standards this kayak is tippy. Suggested for only advanced adventure racing paddlers.
Kevlar lay-up has a complete kevlar hull and deck with carbon-fiber stiffening through the cockpit/footrest area.
Specifications
Weight: 26.4 lbs / 12 kg
Length: 17.55 / 5.4 m
Width: 18.9" / 48 cm
*Stability Rating: 9
*Stability Rating is expressed in range 1 - 10, 1=tippy (ICF Racing 2001) 10=24 inch wide touring boat.
**Serious inquires only! Available only in the contiguous United States. Actual shipping charges will be discussed with you before purchase is finalized. Delivery time varies depending upon availability.
***No discounts give on Ruahine Kayaks.
